Welcome to the Mail Online's health directory
Welcome to the Mail online's health directory. Click on the links below for our story archives on key health issues such as allergies, breast cancer, nutrition, dementia, superbugs, obesity, smoking, stress, binge drinking and bird flu.
Health Topics
Allergy
From food allergies to dust mites, pets and stings... we examine the causes, reactions and treatments of allergies to the latest news and developments.
Binge drinking
As a quarter of Britons are described as binge drinkers, we look at the health risks involved and how to identify the signs of addiction and alcohol abuse. Plus, why it's dangerous to drink while pregnant and why women are taking on men in the drinking stakes.
Bird flu
From the latest bird flu outbreaks in Britain to how avian influenza is spreading around the world... all the developments surrounding the deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu. Find out why the virus is so dangerous, how it affects humans, the symptoms and what you should do if you find a dead bird
Breast cancer
From breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, support and advice to the latest developments. Discover breast cancer symptoms, how to check your breasts, learn more about 'wonder drug' Herceptin, and get help and advice from our online support group
Nutrition
From healthy eating to diet and weight loss, food is our national obsession. Find dieting and nutrition tips, healthy recipes and weight loss plans here
Obesity
Nearly a quarter of British adults are classed as clinically obese, risking health problems from being overweight. We look at the health dangers, how to lose weight heathily, the causes of obesity and how to tackle the obesity timebomb
Smoking
How to quit smoking, beat cravings and withdrawal... Examining the dangers of smoking and addiction, passive smoking and smoking in pregnancy plus helpful advice and tips on stubbing it out.
Stress
Learn how to tackle stress caused by juggling long working hours and busy home lives, how to tackle panic attacks and how to de-stress, detox and relax
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Viral for Health
- Back on track: Amazing recovery of anorexic nurse who was on the brink of death after weight plunged to FIVE STONE
- Teenager's faulty heart implant shocks her 40 TIMES and triggered two cardiac arrests
- Circumcision 'lowers risk of prostate cancer'
- Chlamydia is a 'cunning' STI that easily evolves into new strains, discover scientists
- New app will allow diabetics to manage condition on their iPhone
- Are asthma inhalers linked to birth defects? Thousands of pregnant women at centre of inquiry into health problems in babies
- I don't believe it! Research shows our happiness steadily increases once we pass 45
- The girl who's older than her mother: Teenager who ages prematurely defies odds by celebrating 14th birthday and writes her heartwarming autobiography
- How giving your children five-a-day can actually damage their teeth
- 'When will I be normal?': Heartbreaking question of Diana's Downs Syndrome goddaughter and her mother's fears of how she will cope alone
- Healthy bars? Some have more sugar than a Kit Kat
- Being a 'crazy pet person' can give you a longer life
- Legendary actor Alan Alda, 82, reveals he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease three years ago - but doesn't have any symptoms yet
- Incredible pictures reveal remarkable 10-month recovery of mother, 44, who was left with third degree burns after she fell face-first onto a red-hot barbeque
- 'My vulval cancer is seen as taboo but it's going to claim my life': Mother-of-three has just months to live after dismissing her symptoms for thrush
- Keep AWAY from the cornflakes: Even 'healthy' people experience dangerous blood sugar spikes after a bowl of cereal, study shows
- Millions of us swallow them by the handful, but are fish oil pills just a waste of money?
- Medical miracle as mother with TWO wombs becomes pregnant in both at the same time and gives birth to two babies in one-in-500million case
- Teen is hospitalized for a WEEK after his friend scalded him as part of the 'hot water challenge' - causing his skin to shed from his face, arms, and chest
- 'Miracle baby' born with her brain OUTSIDE her head: Girl, now 3, has defied the odds to survive despite doctors recommending her parents terminate the pregnancy
- 'I email 100 doctors a day': Mother of boy, 12, with rare terminal disease that is turning him 'to STONE' describes her desperate attempts to find a cure
- Can you cure migraines by eating more SALT? That's the controversial suggestion by one US neuroscientist - but what do leading experts think?
- Should you avoid cheese for your health? NO, five experts say - and this is why it's better for you than you think
- Mothers 'should start breastfeeding within an hour of giving birth to cut death risk and provide health benefits'
- 'Very promising' drug may cure pancreatic cancer: Medication that attacks tumours could treat the disease that killed Alan Rickman, Patrick Swayze and Steve Jobs
- Two weeks of inactivity is enough to trigger diabetes in overweight people: Lack of exercise makes them less able to control their blood sugar levels
- Would YOU try it? Metal pegs in your pelvis that really can end back pain
- Doctors say they're better than pills, but can a spray REALLY stop you snoring or help you to lose weight?
- FDA wages war on vaginal rejuvenation: Agency warns laser devices can cause burns and scarring - and they are NOT approved for cosmetic procedures
- Breastfeeding mothers should not drink any alcohol: Booze in breast milk is not safe and damages the thinking and reasoning skills of a child
- Ginger tea could banish bad breath, reveal scientists and it's all down to a single chemical which gives the root its spicy flavour
- STOP with the diet drinks: Experts warn even sugar-free sodas are linked to weight gain, dementia and strokes
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